1964 Rover P5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 530 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1964 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1964 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Rover P5 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
